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B. Must Die
In a fictitious South American country there's lots of political tension, the labor-unions have all their members on strike. The public demands the return of politician B. from exile. However private trucker Pal can't afford to strike, so he's beaten up and his truck burned. In the headlines he's described as strike-breaker. This is only part of an intrigue which shall get him to murder B.
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Plot Summary
A successful film director, unhappy with his life and increasingly estranged from his wife, finds himself drawn into a dark and obsessive relationship with a young woman. As his life unravels, he begins to question his own sanity and the nature of reality.
Critical Reception
B. Must Die received mixed to positive reviews upon its release. Critics praised its atmospheric direction and powerful performances, particularly from Gian Maria Volonté, but some found its narrative opaque and its themes melancholic. Audiences were divided, with some appreciating its artistic ambition and others finding it too bleak.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its strong visual style and brooding atmosphere.
Volonté's performance is a standout, anchoring the film's psychological drama.
Some found the film's ambiguity and somber tone to be a detraction.
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Fun Fact
The film's working title was 'The Serpent's Kiss' before being changed to 'B. Must Die'.
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